Hyperacusis and misophonia: the lesser-known siblings of tinnitus.

Abstract

Hyperacusis (decreased sound tolerance) and misophonia (fear of sound) are two conditions
about which little is known. Consequently, physicians often struggle when they encounter
patients who are affected by them. This article attempts to educate the medical community
about hyperacusis and misophonia, both of which can have devastating effects on the
lives of patients, and ways to manage them.